First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.

First think, then act according to your thoughts

epictetus

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777 The world turns aside to let any man pass who knows where he is going.
887 Nothing great is created suddenly, any more than a bunch of grapes or a fig. If you tell me that you desire a fig. I answer you that there must be time. Let it first blossom, then bear fruit, then ripen.
799 Control thy passions lest they take vengence on thee.
796 The two powers which in my opinion constitute a wise man are those of bearing and forbearing.
802 If one oversteps the bounds of moderation, the greatest pleasures cease to please.

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